Chapter 84: Alliance
Unaware of the looming execution of Portgas D. Ace, the Hell Prince Pirates continued their journey to Sphinx Island, the remote hometown of the legendary Whitebeard, The World Strongest man. Known for its serene beauty and humble villages, the island was also a frequent resting place for the Moby Dick, Whitebeard's flagship.
Dave leaned casually against the railing, his sharp eyes scanning the horizon. "The Cipher Pol agents are getting bold," he muttered. "They're not even bothering to hide their presence."
Rayleigh chuckled beside him, his arms crossed as he observed the trailing ship in the distance. "They're probably hoping to observe, maybe gauge our strength. But I doubt they'll act unless they have a reason."
"Should I blast them out of the water?" Enel asked from above, perched lazily on the mast. His lightning crackled faintly, a subtle display of his readiness.
Dave shook his head. "Let them follow. If they're stupid enough to pick a fight, we'll deal with them. Otherwise, they're wasting their time."
"Not to mention, it's just waste of Time"
Tony emerged from below deck, wiping his hands clean of oil. "They're either desperate for intel or overly confident. Either way, they're no real threat—not yet, at least."
Shakky, who had been quietly sipping tea near the helm, smirked. "Let them come closer. The more they think they know, the more we can mislead them."
After Carmen came with everyone's food, they all sat together as they ate it.
The crew returned to their tasks, though Dave occasionally glanced back at the distant vessel, his mind calculating. Cipher Pol's interest in his crew was expected, but their persistence hinted at something more significant.
It took them just few days with the advanced ship they have to cover the distance as they soon reached their destination-The Sphinx Island.